J. Gloria Pecci

CRESSKILL - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, J. Gloria Pecci (nee Alessi) of Cresskill, on December 23 2023. Beloved wife of Gabriel Pecci. Born on August 15, 1923, Gloria lived a life filled with love, compassion, and strength. Gloria was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to six children, twelve great grandchildren five sons and daughters-in-laws and nine great grandchildren. She was a pillar of support for her family, always on babysitting duty and offering unwavering support and guidance to her loved ones during both joyous and challenging times. She dedicated her life to nurturing her children and creating a warm and loving home. Her love was a source of inspiration for everyone fortunate enough to be touched by it.

Gloria was a member of St. Therese R.C. Church Cresskill. She was a member of the town’s Garden Club, rolled bandages for Englewood Hospital, a driver for Meals on Wheels and a Eucharistic Minister at her church. Gloria is also survived by her children, Raymond, and his wife Lucille; Gail; James and his wife Deborah; Terryanne, and her husband Phil; Carol and her husband Gene, along with many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Gabriel, son, Father Ronald Pecci OFM, and son-in-law, Glenn Clark. The family expresses gratitude for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time. Gloria will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, and lasting impact she had on her family and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Funeral Mass will be on Thursday, December 28, 2023, at 12:00, St. Therese Church Cresskill. Viewing at Barrett – Leber Funeral Home, Tenafly NJ from 10:30-11:30 AM, December 28. Interment Brookside Cemetery Englewood. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the St. Anthony Guild, 4 Jersey St. East Rutherford NJ 07073.